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In representation approaches of fuzzy sets (FSs), the main differences between IT2, GT2, and IT3 fuzzy sets were investigated. For the first time, the simple Matlab Simulink and M-files by illustrative examples and symmetrical FSs are presented for the practical use of IT3-FLSs. The computations were simplified for the practical use of IT3-FLSs. By the use of various examples, such as online identification, offline time series modeling, and a robotic control system, the design of IT3-FLSs is elaborated. The required derivative equations are also presented to design the adaptation laws for the rule parameters easily in other learning schemes. 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